About Norwalk Community College

There are dozens of colleges in Connecticut from which to choose. We believe that NCC may be the best place to start, or finish your search.

Vision Statement

Norwalk Community College is the educational center of the community, providing opportunities for intellectual inquiry, open dialogue, multicultural awareness and lifelong learning. Recognizing the diverse needs of its students, the college strives to provide an environment in which they are empowered to achieve their highest
potential.

NCC's Mission

Norwalk Community College is the southwestern Fairfield County leader and partner in the academic, economic and cultural lives of our communities, providing comprehensive, accessible, innovative and affordable learning
opportunities to diverse populations. To realize this distinctive mission, NCC:

Supports economic development through partnerships with labor, business, industry, government and our communities, providing workforce development, business development and
technology transfer

Promotes learner success and inclusion through a stimulating, nurturing learning environment, high quality instruction, support services and co-curricular activities

Builds community through the sponsorship of intellectual, cultural, social and recreational events and
activities

Engages students and community members to become active and responsible leaders in their communities

High School Graduates:

Not sure where to go next? Norwalk Community
College is a great place to start your college career. If you
don't know what type of job you want later, NCC is the place to
find out. If you are not sure if college is for you, NCC can help
you decide. Our faculty is here to teach students, not to worry
about getting published. Our teachers teach. And our
students learn. Once you find out how much fun some courses can
be, you may decide to go on to a full four-year college. That's
cool, NCC credits are fully transferable. You can start here and
finish somewhere else.

Job Training:

At NCC we take a hands-on approach to learning.
You'll learn the theories behind your chosen field, as well as have the
opportunity to put them into practice. In our classrooms, you will
work with computers loaded with the latest software, and you will
develop film in our photography labs, hone your artistic talents in our
graphic design and art studios, learn to speak another language in our
language labs, produce live shows in our television studio, and prepare
fine food in our culinary arts kitchens and hospitality suites.

And we can help you earn course credit while working
in the "real world" to see if your chosen course of study fits your
needs and dreams. At NCC, we let you put your education to work.

Further Education:

This is the 21st Century, and technology is moving quickly. Many of our
students have attended college before, but have found that their skills need to
be updated in this fast-changing world. Whether you are looking to add a
degree or learn new skills that can help with an existing career or hobby, NCC
has what you are looking for.

Size:

NCC is small enough (about 6,500 students) for you to get to know
your teachers and other students. Your faculty advisor and teachers will
be available to give you the personal attention that can make your learning fun
and your goals attainable. At NCC, you won't get lost in the crowd.

Cost:

NCC may represent your best "bang-for-the-buck" in
Connecticut. Our courses are priced affordably, giving you access
to state-of-the-art facilities, experienced teachers and a friendly
environment in which to learn. This is especially important if you
are still checking things out in an attempt to find the career or major
that works best for you. A full year at NCC will cost you less
than just a term will somewhere else.

We Keep Good Company

Many successful and famous people have graduated from community colleges in
the United States. Some of the better known community college graduates
are listed below: